The Reserve (near Kingston, Canada) began in 2005 when Don Murphy and Wendy Workman rescued over 100 non-native deer from slaughter, helped by dedicated volunteers and donors. Does and fawns were moved to Quebec in 2006. Eight surviving bucks now live in this permanent, well-fenced reserve, respected and cared for by Allan Park, Jane McDonald and volunteers. We do not buy, sell or breed animals. A registered charity. All photos by Jane McDonald unless otherwise noted.
May 24, 2009 was the "Day in the Country" created and produced by Wendy Workman to raise funds for the Reserve. Three local practitioners offered their services in tarot card reading, reiki, chakra reading, etc. to participants who also enjoyed great weather, a delicious lunch and a visit with the deer.Over $700 was raised!
Thanks to Wendy, Cheryl, Erin (http://www.self-insights.com) and Susie and to everyone who attended.
The presentation: Don Murphy, left, Moki in the middle, Mike Ivanic, right
Today, Mike and Linda Ivanic visited the Reserve to receive a very special gift -- Moki's antlers which he cast off on April 14, 2009. You may recall that Mike was the bowhunter who single handedly and with great patience coaxed Moki into the horse trailer following the vandalism that allowed him to escape the Reserve last November. Check out the blog entry, "Moki's love story" for all the details.
Monique Cloutier, board member, feeds KoKo
